Reincarnated as a Slime: Season 4 and Film in 2026

Fans of the popular isekai anime series "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" have much to anticipate in 2026, as the franchise returns with a fourth season and a second feature film. The new season premieres on Crunchyroll on April 3, while the movie "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie - Tears of the Azure Sea" arrives in North American theaters on May 1, following international screenings starting April 26.

The anime, which debuted in 2018, follows Satoru Mikami, an ordinary Japanese office worker who dies and reincarnates in a fantasy world as a slime named Rimuru Tempest. Starting as the weakest monster, Rimuru gains immense powers and establishes the Tempest Kingdom, a harmonious nation uniting various races through diplomacy, alliances, and occasional conflicts with hidden adversaries. The series stands out in the isekai genre, known for stories of individuals transported to another world, by emphasizing intricate worldbuilding, political intrigue, and a lighthearted tone that largely avoids fan service or heavy controversy, though it includes occasional relaxed episodes like beach outings.

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